I Did It For Love

chapter 10

*chapter 10*   *I did it for love*

           *by Fauziyya Farouk Muhammad*

_For Rabi'a Munir, Fatima Gana & sharifa Suleiman_

Much love 💓

I wok e up the next morning tired from yesterday's event. I had a great time and each time I remember that _coincidence_ I blush. Can I help it? Simply no.
I tied my hair and got out of bed. I walked into the shower and minutes later I was done. I wore my normal blue Sunday shorts and my white tank top. I went down to have breakfast. "Morning Nicky, mom" I greeted and sat down on my chair beside Nicky. I kissed her on the cheek and she smiled. "Where's Abby? She left without saying goodbye" Nicky wrote . That reminds me "Abby's uncle just died so I'll be visiting her later today. She seems depressed yesterday" I said "oh I fell bad for her, I wonder how she is " my mother stated "anyway pass my condolences to her" my mom added. "Ok" I mumbled "me too" Nick wrote and I nodded blindly.

I got a cab and headed to Abby's aunt's house. It was a bungalow surrounded by a wide veranda. The house seemed empty unlike that of where funeral is being held at.
I pressed the door bell severally but there was no response 'where could they have gone to by this time of the morning?' I thought. I waited for sometime until I saw Benito passing by. He was their neighbour. "Benito?! Where's Abby and her aunt? Didn't her uncle just died?" I asked as I approached him "well they moved out early this morning." He said and I left out a low chuckle. "No you're mistaken. Abby and I talked yesterday but she didn't tell me she was moving" I stated _i'll miss you Mona_ her words came flashing back . I started to cry. "Well Abby wanted you to have this " he said handing me the white envelope he got out from his bag. 'So she knew was coming' I thought I collected it and he walked away. I tore open the envelope and what I saw gave me the shock I've never received in ages. _....you don't know how much it hurts me to leave you and our friendship behind. I'm doing this for my aunt Mona, I can't say no to her. She's the only family I've git left. I just don't want you or Nicky to be sad. I'm sorry I didn't tell you that I'm leaving. Everything happened so fast but I did  expect this. It's hard for me to do this but I have to Mona much. I love you Mona and I hope you take it well when you find out. Take care of your self for me ok?.... I'll be leaving for Egypt. Bye I love you.....ABBY"_ I broke down sitting on the terrace. "No you must be kidding arrrgh!!" I cried "you can't leave Abby no!" I added. passers by stared  _call her_ my conscience bugged. I took out my cell phone from my left pocket and immediately dialled her number _the number you dialled is not reachable.... please try again later or leave a message at the sound of the beep_ "Abby please don't do this... call me if you get this" I said after the sound of the beep. I can't believe I'm losing a friend. I don't know what I will do if I lose her. I cried continuously stopping a cab . "To the airport please" I said and he zoomed off.
Anywhere I go, I couldn't find Abby. "Miss when is the flight taking off for Egypt?" I asked a woman holding a luggage and probably waiting for her flight "oh no miss you just missed it" she replied and I burst out in tears again. I've lost her. I thought. I got into the cab gave him directions and  He drove me straight back home. I paid him and walked in. Devastated. "Hey Mona your back already so how's Abby?" My mom asked . "Come here dinners ready lets eat." she said ' what?! What time is it? I can't believe I spent all the time outdoor."i'm not hungry" I said walking to my room.

Moments later, my mum and Nicky came in with my dinner on a tray. "I want to be alone." I said. "Mona you can't go to sleep on an empty stomach eat something please" she added "I said i'm not hungry!" I fired. Nicky then came to sit beside me. She took the spoon with some rice in it and put it to my face "don't push it Nicky I'm not in the mood can you just leave me alone!" I shouted and that gave Nicky the scare as she let the plate fall on  the floor. Nicky immediately ran out in tears. I covered my head in my blanket sobbing hard. All I thought of was Abby. And if she were here I dare not have this face on....

8:02am Wednesday.
The knock on my door woke up. I can't believe I missed school for two days. I've been indoors ever since. I honestly can't tell you where my cell phone is. I don't go to work. I've been neglecting Nicky and my meals. My hair was so messy as I sat up. I looked at my side drawer an there was a picture of Abby and I in highschool. We looked happy. Tears found it's way down my cheek as the knock kept becoming louder and louder. "Go away!" I screamed. There was no response. Nicky pushed the door open holding a plate of my breakfast. Pancakes, tortoni and soymilk. Behind her was Daniel. I was shocked 'oh no I look terrible! What's he doing here?!' I thought adjusting on my bed my mouth gaped. _oh yeah! So you're still thinking about that??_ my conscience nagged. "Dan?'' I said in a low tone. "Nicky called me"he started _if she hadnt called you, yo didnt care??_ my conscience asked "what's happening to you? This isn't the Mona I knew" he continued "Nicky stated here on this paper that : you don't eat, you don't smile your always gran... oh grumpy, and you've been in your room all day long" he added 'did nick wrote all that?' I thought "and you know, I can't help but notice, Abby didn't come to school either. Where's she? Is she here ?" He asked looking around. I began to sob  "Abby left." Was all I could say. "What?" He asked and Nicky stared in shock "she left me" I added breaking down again. If I ever contested in miss crying beauty awards, I bet you I would win. But don't blame me, I can't help it. "Shhh... " he said hugging me "everything will be fine" he added "it's nother... didn't you hear me? She's gone ! She left!" I fired "it's ok we''re all here for you" he stated and Nicky stepped forward. "I want my manang back" she wrote. I smiled wiping away my tears. She helped me with the other eye. "I'm sorry Nicky. I neglected you, when I supposed to be there for you. I even yelled at you! .... I'm so sorry" I Said crying a lot more. "Excuse me I have to get this call" Dan Said stepping out. "Dont cry.... it's ok..." she SAID. "I smiled at her and she smiled back "Nick! You talk!" I said wiping my tears and sitting upright. "I always talked... to my self, my dolls and to you" she added smiling. "Dont tell daddy" she said "I won't" I replied "since when ?" I asked "since when we played hopscotch. But I kept it Secrete. Mama doesn't know also" she said and I cupped her face. "Thank you Nicky for always being there... and for trusting me" I said and she smiled  "your most welcome. I don't like seeing you cry... it hurts here ..." she said pointing to her chest. "I'm sorry" I said "it's ok... I'll always be here no matter what." She stated. "Now eat up" she said and I obeyed. She made my day. Dan later came in and excused himself. I have to go to school and Nicky make sure she comes tomorrow ok?" He said and Nicky nodded.
I finished my breakfast and got into shower. "If you need help knock twice and if you don't knock only once!" Nicky said. "Nicky! Don't be silly" I shouted and we both laughed. Only that her voice was much sweeter and adorable."I picked out your pyjamas" Nicky Saud "oh my nick it's not yet bed time" I replied "yes but I don't want you to stress yourself. I'll read bed time story and bring your food to you. I'll feed you and sing until you fall asleep. I'll kiss your forehead and whisper good afternoon in your ear. I'll then lay beside you incase you need anything..." she spoke continuously. Wow she talks a lot. "You know why?" She asked "no why?" I replied "because it's pay back time" she said. "Are you ok or you need help?" She asked so I knocked once "ok" she said poking her tab. Listening to her voice alone made me ok and feel better. I wish Abby was here to share this moment with us. I thought
Later she did all as she promised until it was night time as She fell asleep beside me. "Thank you Nick, for been there... good night baby" I said brushing her hair backwards and kissing her forehead.... I put off the bedside lamp and minutes later I drifted off to sleep, with Nicky cuddled in my arm

*i found myself smiling at the end of this chapter and never realized nicky made me smile......sorry for getting abby out of the picture i just wanted Dan and Mona to have some quality time...... you know?
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Much love,,, Fauzy♥♥♥